1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 78 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1999 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Fulvia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 44 L |
